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Basic Knowledge of MiscarriageMost people have a basic knowledge of pregnancy yet few people seem to understand how common miscarriage is. How come we're not learning about this in 7th grade health class?

Celebrity MiscarriageInternet rumors abound about a celebrity miscarriage. If it's true I wish her healing and the courage to speak.

Chemical PregnancyChemical pregnancy is a term you hear a lot lately. Just what is a chemical pregnancy and how does it relate to miscarriage?

Medical References: Miscarriage[offsite link]This is a wonderful fact sheet from the March of Dimes that addresses all aspects of miscarriage, from grief to potential causes. It also addresses recurrent miscarriages.

Miscarriage and Feeling AloneHaving a miscarriage can make you feel incredible alone but many women have had this experience. Here´s how you can feel a little less isolated.

Miscarriage and FibromyalgiaFibromyalgia is a disease whose symptoms include chronic pain and poor sleep. Is there a connection between the condition and miscarriage?

Miscarriage and Heart AttackA new study finds that recurrent miscarriage may increase your risk of a heart attack later in life significantly.

Miscarriage and Loss Nook[offsite link]This is a compilation of articles dealing with pretty much all aspects of miscarriage, and it makes for an interesting read.

Miscarriage and Mental HealthThe death of Robin Williams has sparked some productive discussion on mental health issues. Let's have some discussion about pregnancy and infant loss too. The two issues tie in together.

Miscarriage Overview[offsite link]This site offers a decent impersonal overview of miscarriage, including symptoms, causes and tests to request. However, it includes some of the terminology I object to such as calling miscarriages "abortions" and also doesn´t address the hormonal imbalance issue, which has growing scientific evidence.

Missed MiscarriageA missed miscarriage is when pregnancy ends but the fetus or embryo is not expelled from the uterus. While less common than other types of miscarriage, it certainly does happen.

New Blood Test May Decrease MiscarriageA new maternal blood test will be able to screen for Downs Syndrome. Previously, the most effective way to screen for the condition was amniocentesis which carries a risk of miscarriage.

No Answers After A MiscarriageIt can be frustrating to have no answers after a miscarriage. Here are some ideas to help you combat a lack of information.